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Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa Orange Prince) - What bold, brilliant color from such a little plant! Start Nemesia seeds for an annual treasure of color and long bloom season. Orange Nemesia flower clusters form at the top of erect branches.
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Flower Specifications
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 7
HEIGHT
8 - 10 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring through fall
BLOOM COLOR
Orange
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
LATIN NAME
Nemesia strumosa
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 72F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Press seeds into the soil and cover lightly
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Excellent Container Plant
Nemesia plants produce many blooms along with a bushy growth habit, making them great for use in a variety of containers.
Vibrant Tender Perennial
How To Grow
Nemesia seeds should be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost. Surface sow the seeds onto starter compost, gently press into soil, and then cover lightly. Keep the seeds moist until germination. You can also sow these seeds directly outdoors into prepared seedbeds after all danger of frost has passed. Sow 1-2 seeds per plant, and then thin to the strongest seedling once established. As seedlings grow, pinch back 1-2 times to encourage a more compact growth habit. If starting indoors, transplant outdoors after all frost danger has passed.
- Environment: full sun
- Soil: well-drained with pH 6.1-7.3
- Sowing rate: 1-2 seeds per plant
Plant Information
Orange Prince Nemesia is an annual (or tender perennial) that grows in USDA zones 3 through 7. Its blooms are quite fragrant, and serve to attract a variety of pollinators including both bees and butterflies. It is a native of South Africa, and does no perform well in excessive heat.
- Bloom color: orange
- Bloom season: late spring through fall
- Height: 8-10 inches
Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa Orange Prince) - What bold, brilliant color from such a little plant! Start Nemesia seeds for an annual treasure of color and long bloom season. Orange Nemesia flower clusters form at the top of erect branches. Nemesia Strumosa has a wide color range, but this variety is a striking orange. Nemesia plants like fertile, well-drained soil and prefer full sun, although they will tolerate partial shade. Orange Nemesia plants are wonderful in containers and baskets or edging the front of the border. They are not terribly heat tolerant, so in hotter regions, some afternoon shade would be preferable.
How to grow Nemesia from flower seed: Sow Nemesia seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before last frost. Sow flower seed on surface of starter compost and gently firm down compost, only lightly cover. Keep soil damp but not wet. Do not exclude light. When the Nemesia seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 3 inch pots and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize the young Nemesia seedlings to outdoor conditions. As seedlings grow, pinch back 1 - 2 times to encourage compact growth. Transplant outdoors after all risk of frost has passed, 6 inches apart. Or directly sow orange Nemesia Seeds outdoors in prepared beds when danger of frost has passed. Thin to 6 inches apart. Nemesia care includes using a liquid fertilizer every 2 - 3 weeks during the growing season. After the first flush of blooms fade by mid-summer, trim the Nemesia plant lightly for a second bloom that will remain for the rest of the season.
Common Questions
What is the best way to use nemesia in my landscape?
Nemesia is often used in the landscape as an edging plant or ground cover—as well as in mixed borders, woodland plantings, rock gardens, and hanging baskets.
Can potted plants be moved indoors for the winter?
Nemesia do not work as indoor houseplants; they are true annuals that die after the bloom period is over.
My nemesia is dying back, what can I do?
Nemesia does not like hot weather. If yours have died back due to heat keep them well watered and you will often get a second flush of flowers in the fall.
Are there similar plants that work better in warm climates?
The primary disadvantage of nemesia is its tendency to die back or even perish during intense summer heat. If you appreciate the appearance of nemesia but reside in a region where summers are excessively warm, you might want to consider planting Angelonia, commonly referred to as summer snapdragon. These plants produce abundant blooms throughout the summer and are more resilient to heat compared to nemesia and traditional snapdragons. Angelonia is a perennial that thrives in zones 10 to 11, but it is frequently grown as an annual in hotter regions, such as the Midwest and Great Plains.
How can I get the best bloom season from my nemesia plants?
Feed with a water-soluble fertilizer every 2 weeks for maximum blooming. Deadhead spent bloom to keep plant neat and promote more blooms. If your plants stop blooming cut back by one-third this can help bring them back into bloom.
Flower Specifications
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 7
HEIGHT
8 - 10 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring through fall
BLOOM COLOR
Blue
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
LATIN NAME
Nemesia strumosa
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 72F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Press seeds into the soil and cover lightly
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa Blue Gem) - A favorite long-blooming annual that's packed with color! Grow Nemesia seeds for this compact little plant that's perfect for the garden border or for containers. This variety of Nemesia features masses of petite blue flowers with white eyes that cover each bushy plant. The blue Nemesia plant is a particularly charming cottage garden specimen. Blue Nemesia is spectacular in cool, maritime areas or mountain gardens where nights remain cool throughout summer. Nemesia plants are not known for their heat tolerance as they tend to fade in the hot, humid days of summer.
How to grow Nemesia from flower seed: Sow Nemesia seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before last frost. Sow flower seed on surface of starter compost and gently firm down compost, only lightly cover. Keep soil damp but not wet. Do not exclude light. When the Nemesia seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 3 inch pots and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize the young Nemesia seedlings to outdoor conditions. As seedlings grow, pinch back 1 - 2 times to encourage compact growth. Transplant outdoors after all risk of frost has passed, 6 inches apart. Or directly sow Nemesia seeds outdoors in prepared beds when danger of frost has passed. Thin to 6 inches apart.